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Porch-raits for a Purpose!
When Birmingham mom Carrie Carlisle Schulze @carrie_carlisle posted an amazingly hilarious photo of her family, depicting life during the COVID-19 Quarantine, I reached out to her the next day, and we both knew we wanted to make something BIG out of it! So Carrie and...
Stylist Clare Pollard’s Quarantine Fashion Favorites!
We reached out to our favorite stylist, Clare Pollard from Pollard Style, to get some advice on how to dress comfortably while at home every day. Clare put together a list of her favorite pieces to incorporate during this time. Don't worry, they are all comfortable...
TinkerTots Boxes- Monthly Activities for Toddlers Delivered to Your Doorstep!
TinkerTots Boxes are the perfect box subscription for your toddler ages 2-5. Each box includes 5 activities that are creative, good for fine motor and cognitive development, and will keep your kiddos busy for hours!
Ways to Spread JOY!!
Many of us are feeling the isolation and lack of connection as we have been home for over a month. There are lots of people who could use some cheering up, so here are ways to spread JOY! These ideas were started by individuals in our community. Give one a try this...
How to Talk to Kids About School Closure
Recently, we spoke to The Local Moms Network contributor Caitlyn Dunn, LCSW, about how to speak to kids about coronavirus. In the few weeks since then, many schools across the country have closed—some with little notice. Parents may be wondering not only how to...
Preschool Lesson Plans!
I know we all have seen schedule after schedule, and lesson plan after lesson plan! I have two preschoolers at home and one 1st grader, and juggling their NEEDS is a job in itself! Not to mention trying to teach each of them! However, I LOVE the preschool...
How You Can Help Locally During COVID-19
Here are some amazing local groups that are spreading hope and love and kindness in the form of food, supplies, and more. You can help any of these groups from the safety of your home! (FLAG)- FRONT LINE APPRECIATION GROUP OF BLOOMFIELD HILLS AND...
Boosting Your Immune System During This Time
By: Holistic Health Coach and Digestion Specialist Jaclyn Renee Clearly there is a lot of uncertainty in life right now. However, I believe that this epidemic is happening for a very specific reason. As a whole society, we need to collectively slow down. We’ve been...
Virtual Workout Options!
Take a look at the virtual workout options that our local fitness studios are providing!
Virtual Classes to do with your Kids!!!
It is likely you are home for several weeks, and now are wondering what you can do to fill the days with your kids. Virtual classes have popped up everywhere- and are giving kids the opportunity to join from home via Facebook Live, Instagram Live, YouTube, and ZOOM....
5 Tips for Talking to Your Kids About the Coronavirus
Covid-19 (often referred to as "coronavirus") is clearly top of mind for all of us—moms, dads, and, as a result, kids. Even the littlest ears pick up things, and small kids can feel our anxiety as well as notice our actions. Bigger kids and teens, of course, are...
Coronavirus (COVID-19): Links to Keep You Informed
Here are links to stay informed about the Coronavirus- from Gov. Whitmer, Birmingham and Bloomfield Hills Schools, and the CDC. Stay Healthy!
Meet-A-Mom- Andrea Papadopoulos- Supermom of 3 Boys, who does it all!
As the month of March is National Reading Month, there is nobody better to introduce, than Andrea, who is a reading specialist that shares her birthday with Dr. Seuss himself! Andrea lives in Bloomfield Hills with her husband Johnny, and their three boys- James,...
Your Local Summer Day Camp Guide 2020!
Our Ultimate Guide to LOCAL SUMMER DAY CAMPS 2020!
Kid-Friendly Performances this Winter!
There are many performances in Detroit over the next couple of months! There is something on this list for all ages and interests! 1. Sesame Street Live! Let's Party! Take part in the sunniest and funniest street celebration. Wednesday January 22nd-Sunday...
Meet-A-Mom: Lauren Combs!
Meet Lauren, a local mom and owner of The Neat Method Detroit!
MLK Day Activities
Here are some options for day camps and drop-in activities that will keep your little ones occupied on MLK Day!
Birmingham Public Schools- Kindergarten Round Up for 2020-2021
Kindergarten Ready! Do you live in Birmingham, and have a soon to be Kindergartener? See below for a list of Birmingham Public Elementary Schools, and dates for Kindergarten Round Up. Information is from http://birmingham.k12.mi.us/ For more information, please...
Bloomfield Hills Public Schools- Kindergarten Round Up for The 2020-2021 School Year
If your child is ready to attend Kindergarten and will be attending a Bloomfield Hills Elementary School (listed below), be sure to attend the Kindergarten Round Up/informational meeting on Tuesday, January 14th, 2020. The meeting is 7-8pm in the auditorium at...
How to Keep Your New Year’s Resolutions
Setting intentions for the New Year, whether it be for health, motherhood, marriage or even work, can be inspiring and help you reach new goals. But keeping them, of course, is the hard part. We turned to two experts, therapist Caitlyn Dunn, LCSW, and Yale Medicine...